Ring Battery Doorbell Pro (2nd Gen) Review: Premium Features Meet Impressive 4K Quality

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Pros & Cons Highly detailed 4K video Precise motion detection Works with IFTTT and Alexa Easy, wire-free installation Relatively expensive Requires a subscription to view recorded video and to unlock certain features Doesn't support Apple HomeKit or Google Assistant Ring Battery Doorbell Pro (2nd Gen) Specs Name Value tr:nth-of-type(n+6)]:hidden" :class="{ '[&>tr:nth-of-type(n+6)]:!table-row': open }"> Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Integrations IFTTT, Amazon Alexa Field of View 140 degrees Resolution 4K Storage Cloud Two-Way Audio Mechanical Pan/Tilt Night Vision Alarm More Specs

When I reviewed the $229.99 Ring Battery Doorbell Pro, it earned high marks for its sharp video quality, easy installation, and 3D Motion Detection. With the second-generation Battery Doorbell Pro, you get even sharper video courtesy of Ring’s Retinal 4K technology, as well as a handful of new features, including AI-powered event descriptions and face recognition. It’s completely wire-free and easy to install, but at $249.99, it’s one of the more expensive video doorbells I've tested. It's easy to recommend for existing Ring users who want a premium experience, but if you're looking to spend less, the TP-Link Tapo D225 delivers sharp 2K video, offers local storage, and works with Alexa, Google, and IFTTT for $99.99, making it our Editors' Choice winner.Design: Sleeker Styling With Flexible Power OptionsAvailable in Deep Silver, Polished Night Navy, Polished Mocha, or Polished Sandstone, the second-gen Battery Doorbell Pro features curved edges and a slice of silver trim, giving it a more refined look than its predecessor. At 5.7 by 2.1 by 1.5 inches (HWD), it’s also a bit bigger than the original model. (Credit: John R. Delaney) The front of the doorbell features a camera, a doorbell call button with an LED ring that flas